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BALDOR EM3538 Rigid Base 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor (SKU EM3538, MPN EM3538) is a Rigid Base 3-Phase AC motor with a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) enclosure. It delivers 1/2 hp at 1,764 RPM (60 Hz) and operates at 230V AC with a…

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Also listed as: EM 3538 · EM-3538

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BALDOR
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EM3538 Rigid Base 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motor
Part Number
EM3538
Category
Rigid Base 3-Phase General Purpose AC Motors
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
EM3538
Type
Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled, 1/2 hp
AC/460V AC
230V
Motor Enclosure
TEFC
Nameplate RPM @ 60 Hz
1,764 RPM
Full Load Current @ 60 Hz
0.90/1.8/1.9 A
Nameplate Voltage @ 60 Hz
230V AC

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Product Description

The BALDOR General Purpose Motor (SKU EM3538, MPN EM3538) is a Rigid Base 3-Phase AC motor with a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) enclosure. It delivers 1/2 hp at 1,764 RPM (60 Hz) and operates at 230V AC with a full load current of 0.90/1.8/1.9 A. This motor is designed for general-purpose industrial applications requiring a rigid base mount.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BALDOR EM3538 general purpose motor used for?

The BALDOR EM3538 is a 1/2 hp, 230V AC, 1,764 RPM TEFC motor with rigid base mount, designed for industrial applications like pumps, fans, conveyors, and compressors that require reliable, continuous-duty operation in clean or mildly dusty environments.

What are the specifications of the BALDOR EM3538 motor?

The BALDOR EM3538 is a 1/2 hp, 230V AC, 3-phase motor with TEFC enclosure, rigid base mount, nameplate RPM of 1,764 RPM at 60 Hz, and full load current of 0.90/1.8/1.9 A. It is a general-purpose AC motor suitable for many industrial drives.

Where to buy the BALDOR EM3538 motor worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the BALDOR EM3538 motor to customers worldwide. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your site. Contact us for a quote and lead time on this rigid base TEFC motor.

How to select the right BALDOR general purpose motor for an application?

To select the right BALDOR motor, match the horsepower, voltage, RPM, and enclosure (TEFC) to your load requirements. For the EM3538, ensure your power supply is 230V AC, 3-phase, and that the rigid base mount aligns with your equipment's mounting pattern.

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Common applications for BALDOR
Pump systems — Baldor C-face motors (e.g., SKU 24TT69, 2 hp, 1,750 RPM) for direct-coupled centrifugal pumps in water treatment.
Conveyor drives — Baldor rigid base TEFC motors (e.g., SKU 39E481, 5 hp, 1,160 RPM) for continuous-duty bulk material handling.
Fan and blower units — Baldor ODP motors (e.g., SKU 29AH72, 7 1/2 hp, 1,800 RPM) for HVAC and process air movement.
Compressor packages — Baldor C-face with rigid base motors (e.g., SKU 58NU49, 20 hp, 3,520 RPM) for high-speed reciprocating compressors.
Food and beverage processing — Baldor TEFC motors (e.g., SKU 58NV79, 1/2 hp, 1,774 RPM) for washdown environments requiring enclosure protection.
Material handling — Baldor C-face/rigid base motors (e.g., SKU 58NU44, 2 hp, 1,760 RPM) for packaging and sorting equipment.
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3G Electric supplies BALDOR rigid base 3-phase general purpose ac motors. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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